Special Education Paraprofessional (Classroom/One-on-one) SEIU 517M 2 positions

Saginaw Area Consortium; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in the United States is looking for a Special Education Paraprofessional. The role involves assisting in the supervision and instruction of special education students under a teacher's guidance. Candidates should have knowledge of instructional procedures, child development, and be capable of managing challenging behaviors. A high school diploma and additional coursework or exams in education are required. This position offers a dynamic environment supporting diverse learning needs.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist students with disabilities and challenging behaviors.
• Experience in adapting classroom activities under teacher supervision.
• Knowledge of appropriate health and hygiene assistance.

Responsibilities

• Support instructional activities with special education students.
• Monitor student activities during recess and field trips.
• Provide one-on-one instruction to assist in student success.

Skills

Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices

Knowledge of child development and learning styles

Ability to work with students demonstrating challenging behaviors

Effective communication

Ability to remain composed in stressful situations

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

60 semester hours of credit at an accredited college or university or pass the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment Test

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional (Classroom/One-on-one) SEIU 517M JobID: 4617

Position Type: Student Support Services/ Special Education Aide

Saginaw Public Schools Special Education Teacher Paraprofessionals must have the ability to accept supervision and direction, also the ability to work creatively and skillfully with students. The paraprofessional must have the physical stamina for lifting and movement of an ambulatory student. The Paraprofessional should exhibit emotional stability and good judgement in making decisions. Paraprofessionals are responsible for assisting in the supervision and instruction of a special education classroom and/or special education student(s), under the supervision of a teacher.

DISTRICT-WIDE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

The School District of the City of Saginaw, in partnership with parents, students, businesses and the community, are committed to and responsible for ensuring the highest level of academic achievement and career planning for all students, the highest performing organizational structure at all levels, and a safe and effective learning environment for all students.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices
• Knowledge of written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of child development and learning styles
• Knowledge of age appropriate activities
• Knowledge of behavior patterns and development limitations of special education students
• Skilled in operating classroom equipment, including related software
• Skilled in utilizing a variety of equipment used in the care and handling of students with disabilities
• Skilled in accurate record keeping
• Skilled in remaining composed in stressful and difficult situations.
• Ability to work with students demonstrating challenging behaviors.
• Ability to schedule activities and collate data
• Ability to use job related equipment
• Ability to adapt to changing work priorities
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work with constant interruptions
• Ability to understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural, urban setting and develop a rapport with students, staff, parents and the school community

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and/or walk, sit, lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 10 lbs., stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adapt classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the supervision of the teacher.
• Support instructional activities with students under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Provide appropriate health/hygiene related assistance.
• Confer with the teacher, as requested, in evaluating student(s) progress, coordinating tests and homework assignments, and/or implementing IEP objectives.
• Assist in implementing behavioral plans indicated by the IEP.
• Instruct special education student(s) one-on-one or in small groups to assist the teacher in implementing goals for remediation of student deficiencies and ensuring student success.
• Monitor student’s activities and behavior.
• Monitor special education student(s) during lunch, recess, field trips or as designated by the teacher to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
• Perform record keeping and clerical functions as needed.
• Assist in the feeding of assigned student(s) as needed.
• Report observations and incidents relating to specific students concerning unacceptable behavior.
• Respond to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns.
• Assist other staff as required to ensure an efficient and effective learning environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• A minimum of 60 semester hours of credit at an accredited college or university (or) pass the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment Test with a score of 460 or higher.
• Previous experience working with special education students is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Attend any training as mandated.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Noise level in this work environment may be moderate to loud.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES

None

CURRICULA RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist the teacher in delivering instructional objectives for a given subject and/or classroom to Special Education students, as developed by the building.

METHOD OF EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Preceding data are intended to convey information essential to making fair pay decisions about the job, and are not exhaustive lists of the skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with it.

Postings current as of 2/21/2026 3:33:03 AM CST.